Trials
12 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.
13 When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; James 1:12-13
What trials have you experienced? Can you look back on those trials and say that you learned from them or do you not spend any time thinking about past trials? I believe that we need to think about trials we have faced and see how the Lord has gotten us through them. When we forget or push away the memories, it is much easier for us to think that we got ourselves through it and God didn't have anything to do with it. We need to remember what gets us through tough periods is a strong faith in our Lord and know that He allows these trials to make us stronger and reliant on Him. It is ok to ask God why, but it is not ok to blame Him for the trial we are experiencing. He does not tempt us, but allows the enemy to put us through temptation and trial. The more we focus on what God has done for us, the easier it will be to fight the negativity of the enemy.
Have a great weekend.
Matt
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